Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs SANY SY26U
The Kubota KX080-4a has 32kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,580kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 32kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 5,580kg.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, SANY SY26U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that has 32kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,580kg
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX080-4a and the SANY SY26U?
The Kubota KX080-4a has 32kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,580kg. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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